Exciting Announcement!
We are thrilled to announce the permanent appointment of MeLissa Webber as the Director of DAS, effective January 12th. As many of you know, MeLissa has served as our Interim Director since March 2021 and prior to that, as Assistant Director. She joined DAS because she was eager to work with our diverse, highly-skilled team, innovative programs, Dallas90 vision, and “Public Safety – Compassion – No Shortcuts” approach.
During her time in Dallas, MeLissa has championed a culture of caring, accountability, public safety and lifesaving and helped the Dallas90 family face and, ultimately, overcome some truly unexpected challenges. A few of her accomplishments at DAS include spearheading the department’s COVID-19 response, pivoting DAS towards a more comprehensive, social services-inspired approach, and leading the department’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts.
 Before DAS, MeLissa already had a reputation in the animal welfare industry as a visionary leader with experience leading two of the country’s largest municipal shelters. In her previous role at Los Angeles Animal Services, one of the few shelters with a larger intake than DAS, she oversaw lifesaving field and shelter operations for six open admission shelters, servicing over 60,000 animals annually.
Her experience will not only set DAS up for continued success but will help us to continue innovating, maintain our position as an industry leader, and further improve the lives of pets and people in Dallas. Please join us in congratulating and welcoming MeLissa into her new role, and stay tuned for upcoming opportunities to connect with her virtually!
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